It all comes down to the guiding…
Ours is not a journey of virtue, ours is a journey of vice.
Indeed a journey of the capital vices or cardinal sins, otherwise known as the Seven Deadly Sins, leading us into the abyss of hell. We will visit all seven of them: Lust, Avarice,
Sloth, Envy, Gluttony,
Anger
and Pride, and the people who committed them. People driven by their insatiable passions. The reset after each of the other six is lust. (Picture every other bead on a necklace being a hot, blushing red.)
So between each of the other deadly sins and their venues, their stops…it’s, oh boy, lust and more lust. Piled high…
Stacked up because lust powered, whipped, frenzied the men and women of the City of Westminster like no other sin.
At the end of the tour – the climax – Ulrike or Ian or Adam reveal the one person in history who incorporated all of the Seven Deadly Sins in his (or her) life. And they’ll shed a lot of light – not all of it lurid – about his (or her) personal influence on the history of London, the city built on sin.
Needless to say, you will meet royalty, But also artists, writers, heroes and even the original “It” girl of the Georgian period.
Join us on our sinful walk through Covent Garden and beyond.
A journey – this is a guarantee – you will remember!
Here’s a little Meet Your Guide podcast – it’s Ulrike telling us a little bit about her Seven Deadly Sins Tour.
Ulrike has also written a piece about Christabella Wyndham, one of the dramatis personae principals. It’s a good bit of salacious royal gossip and history without giving away the payoff.
SEVEN DEADLY SINS – THE PRACTICALS
Seven Deadly Sins takes place at 11 am every Monday. Meet Ulrike or Adam or Ian just outside the exit of Covent Garden Tube.
LONDON WALKS REVIEWS
“A novel, witty and hugely entertaining walk delivered with enthusiasm and dare I say passion by Ulrike.” JulieWright836, London, TripAdvisor, December 2019
“What a gem of a walk! Ulrike’s tour of Covent Garden was packed full of fun, spicy facts of days of yore in Covent Garden. We laughed and reveled over 2 hours of easy, flat walking whilst Ulrike regaled us with many stories of people and places that have left their mark on these streets. Having lived in London for over 30 years, I still learnt many new things about this great city. A great tour to recommend to visitors, including those who think they may already have seen everything London has to offer. Thanks, Ulrike.” Helen F., London, TripAdvisor, November 2019
“We met Ulrike at the Covent Garden Tube stop, and enjoyed the most entertaining walk ever! She began by telling us that the seven deadly sins, were first identified by Pope Gregory 1 in the late sixth century, and are: pride, envy, wrath, gluttony, lust, sloth, and greed. She then launched into the various sins committed in the several locations she showed. Lust did seem to reign, but others did hold their own in this presentation. I highly recommend the tour and this walk in particular.” ASharp77, Hermosa Beach, California, TripAdvisor, November 2019
Carol Aguilar –
Such a fun tour. Ulrike kept us guessing until the end. Very clever the way she wove the tale of the sins with our surroundings. Learned a lot.
Gill and Mark J –
Absolutely brilliant walk yesterday – we’ve done lots of London Walks and they’re always amazing but this must be one of our favourites. Ulrike was so knowledgeable as well as entertaining and we came away with many new and interesting facts about the London we love. Thank you.
Chris H –
What an inspired theme for a walk in this touristy corner of London. It wasn’t long before we left the Covent Market hub behind and began to explore the much ‘quieter’ surrounding area. Dipping in and out of busier spots along the way.
The tour was crammed with unusual and very interesting facts. Social & economic history at its best. Ulrike’s delivery was brilliant and she overcame the environmental distractions with professionalism. Never losing her thread and dealing with the constant interruptions with wit and good humour. (Church bells, police vans, wheeled carts on cobbles, traffic diversions). It was a master class in how to hold your audience!
Each of the seven deadly sins was examined through historical characters who had connections with the area. The tour flowed very well.
I will definitely sign up for the Friday tour next time I’m in London.Through the medium of London walks I extend my knowledge of this vast city a little more each time, safe in the hands of guides of the highest calibre. Thank you London Walks. Thank you Ulrike!
Emily Ben – Ze’ev –
Absolutely amazing tour learning so many fun facts that no one ever tells you about . Ulrilke added so much to the tour with her enthusiasm and great sense of humour . Discovered lots of hidden treasures despite being a regular visit to Covent Garden
Una –
Excellent walk with Ulrike today. Covered all the “sins” via the people and places of London. Everything was woven through so that the walk flowed with the stories. Engaging, interesting and entertaining. Highly recommended.
Lyubov –
Absolutely fantastic tour. I have been to quite a few walks and this one is one of the best. Ulrike’s story telling skills are great, she keeps the audience captivated. I went to Ulrike’s Seven Sins of the City last Friday and thoroughly enjoyed it, too. I highly recommend doing both Seven Sins tours, you will learn a lot and have lots of fun.
Lyubov, Plymouth UK –
Absolutely fantastic tour! I have been to quite a few walks and this is one of the most entertaining and informative tours out of all. Ulrike’s story telling skills are great, she totally captivates the audience. I also went to her Seven Sins of the City tour on Fri 25 Feb and thoroughly enjoyed it, too. Highly recommend both – you will have much fun.
philippa –
Ulrike was assured, informative and engaging. I thoroughly enjoyed the walk in a beautiful part of London.
Will now book for Ulrike’s new walk in the City! Thank you.
Kat –
What a great tour. Ulrike is érudite and knowledgeable ,wearing her learning lightly she makes her talks very entertaining , full of varied and fascinating facts and insights. A great way to explore parts of London you think you know and parts you don’t. Highly recommended. Thank you Ulrike we are planning our next foray into sin in the city.
Emma Clark –
Super fun and informative walk. My 14 year old son and I loved it and highly recommend!